Projects

The Garage Nottingham

Completed: 2024
Location: Nottingham
Region: East Midlands
Other local partners: Nottingham City Council (UKSPF)

About the project

Project Manager Contact: rachel@teamviy.com

Project Overview

VIY is transforming a garage space into a functional storage area to house a tool-hire service for residents, a dry foods pantry, and storage for outdoor play equipment. Additionally, a sink and worktop will be installed, providing volunteers from the community garden with a space to wash hands and tools and enjoy refreshments indoors during their volunteering activities.

This project will create a valuable new community resource for residents who currently lack access to these facilities. The tool storage will support the community garden and its volunteers, while families will benefit from access to outdoor play equipment and seasonal treats like ice lollies in summer and hot chocolate in winter. These amenities will encourage greater use of the outdoor space and foster stronger community connections. Volunteers will also have a comfortable indoor area for breaks, helping to sustain and grow volunteer engagement in the area.